Shannon Sharpe Doesn’t Sugarcoat Shilo Sanders’ Release from Buccaneers

"Sometimes your last name can be a blessing and a curse," Sharpe commented. "It's not normal that free agents have breaking news that they're being released. He's an undrafted free agent, and because his name is Sanders, it's a blessing and the curse."

"Anytime it's a rookie, especially undrafted rookie, the only time they make the news is when they get in trouble," Johnson responded.

Some rookies may have a long leash, but an undrafted rookie simply cannot lash out and punch a player to earn an ejection and 15-yard penalty during a preseason game. If an NFL team can't trust you in August, they probably don't want to have to trust you in December.

Sharpe Empathizes with Sanders Situation

Shannon Sharpe took a step back while discussing the news to explain why, despite the narrative, a player's first experience being cut can be difficult.

"This is the first time that Shilo has been told he's not good enough," Sharpe said. "And it's ... really hard, because think about it, I think he's 24-25, and for the first time, somebody has told you you're not good enough."

For prideful football players who have always been able to excel, that reality is harsh.

"Now, it's one thing if you get cut from your high school team; you get cut from your junior varsity team or something like that," Sharpe continued. "Think about this, ladies and gentlemen. For the first time in your life, you're in your mid-20s before someone ever utters to you, 'You're not good enough.'"

Sharpe went on to note how difficult that word "no" is to hear at any age, or at any career path. When your ultimate dream is cut down like that, sure it's a hard pill to swallow.

On the flip side, Johnson hopes Sanders can land on his feet, suggesting the New Orleans Saints or Pittsburgh Steelers as possible destinations.